I toed the line with some of the highest ranked women in the triathlon world. For instance, Jodi Stimson & Aliene Reid, are two women ranked in the top 10 in 2014 ITU World Triathlon Series. I knew this was going to be a tough race with a quality field. Fortunately, I had a strong swimmer by my side, Summer Cook, and together we charged the swim and came out with nearly a :45 second lead. We held the strong pack off for a lap, but on the second of three laps a group of 6 caught us and tried to attack. We worked together into T2, but these seven girls were well known runners, I knew I had my work cut out for me. I charged the beginning of the run, but my lack of running experience soon left me with an 8th place overall. I was happy to see Summer win, and I personally am proud of my progress thus far. On to the next one.